The Speaker designated the Honorable Adrian Smith to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.

2:01:07 P.M.

Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy.

2:02:11 P.M.

The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved.

2:02:18 P.M.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Wilson of SC to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

2:02:42 P.M.

ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches.

2:05:51 P.M.

The House received a communication from the Honorable Kay Granger. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Representative Granger notified the House that she had been served with a subpoena issued by the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas for deposition testimony and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, she had determined that compliance with the subpoena was not consistent with the privileges and rights of the House.

2:06:23 P.M.

The House received a communication from the Honorable Pete Sessions. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Representative Sessions notified the House that he had been served with a subpoena issued by the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas for deposition testimony and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he had determined that compliance with the subpoena was not consistent with the privileges and rights of the House.

2:06:53 P.M.

The House received a communication from Harry T. Spikes II, Special Assistant, Office of Representative Elijah E. Cummings. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Mr. Spikes notified the House that he had been served with a subpoena for documents and testimony issued by the District Court of Maryland, Baltimore County, in connection with civil litigation currently pending before that court and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he had determined that compliance with the subpoena was not consistent with the privileges and rights of the House.

2:07:31 P.M.

The House received a communication from the Honorable Elijah E. Cummings. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Representative Cummings notified the House that he had been served with a subpoena for documents and testimony issued by the District Court of Maryland, Baltimore County, in connection with civil litigation currently pending before that court and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he had determined that compliance with the subpoena was not consistent with the privileges and rights of the House.

2:08:15 P.M.

ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House continued with one minute speeches.

2:10:09 P.M.

The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 4:00 P.M. today.

4:00:00 P.M.

The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of May 7.

4:01:31 P.M.

The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today.

4:01:51 P.M.

H. Con. Res. 105

Mr. Harper moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 105 — "Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha."

At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.

4:20:34 P.M.

H. Con. Res. 106

Ms. Herrera Beutler moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 106 — "Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the Greater Washington Soap Box Derby."

On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.

4:30:25 P.M.

H. Con. Res. 106

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

4:31:02 P.M.

H.R. 4097

Mr. Mica moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4097 — "To amend the John F. Kennedy Center Act to authorize appropriations for the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and for other purposes."

4:31:15 P.M.

H.R. 4097

Considered under suspension of the rules.

4:31:18 P.M.

H.R. 4097

DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4097.

4:43:59 P.M.

H.R. 4097

On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.

4:44:01 P.M.

H.R. 4097

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

4:44:26 P.M.

H. Con. Res. 117

Mr. Denham moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 117 — "Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the National Peace Officers' Memorial Service."

At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.

4:50:21 P.M.

H. Con. Res. 118

Mr. Denham moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 118 — "Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the District of Columbia Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run."

At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.

4:55:28 P.M.

S. 1302

Mr. Issa moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 1302 — "To authorize the Administrator of General Services to convey a parcel of real property in Tracy, California, to the City of Tracy."

On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.

5:03:40 P.M.

S. 1302

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

5:04:33 P.M.

The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today.

6:30:20 P.M.

The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of May 7.

6:30:27 P.M.

Mr. Woodall filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 643.

6:31:07 P.M.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of motions to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed.

6:32:30 P.M.

H. Con. Res. 105

Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 105 — "Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha."

6:56:43 P.M.

H. Con. Res. 105

On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 376 - 0 (Roll no. 196).

6:56:44 P.M.

H. Con. Res. 105

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

6:57:02 P.M.

H. Con. Res. 117

Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 117 — "Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the National Peace Officers' Memorial Service."

7:04:27 P.M.

H. Con. Res. 117

On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 377 - 0 (Roll no. 197).

7:04:28 P.M.

H. Con. Res. 117

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

7:05:02 P.M.

H. Con. Res. 118

Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 118 — "Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the District of Columbia Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run."

7:11:12 P.M.

H. Con. Res. 118

On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 375 - 0 (Roll no. 198).

7:11:13 P.M.

H. Con. Res. 118

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

7:11:44 P.M.

ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches.

7:17:18 P.M.

SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches.

8:53:31 P.M.

Mr. Gohmert moved that the House do now adjourn.

8:53:43 P.M.

On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote.

8:53:44 P.M.

The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on May 8, 2012.

On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 376 - 0 (Roll no. 196).

6:32:30 P.M.

Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 105 — "Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha."

4:20:32 P.M.

At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.

Mr. Harper moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 105 — "Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha."

On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 377 - 0 (Roll no. 197).

6:57:02 P.M.

Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 117 — "Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the National Peace Officers' Memorial Service."

4:49:41 P.M.

At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.

On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 375 - 0 (Roll no. 198).

7:05:02 P.M.

Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 118 — "Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the District of Columbia Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run."

4:54:58 P.M.

At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.

Mr. Denham moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 118 — "Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the District of Columbia Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run."

On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.

4:31:18 P.M.

DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4097.

4:31:15 P.M.

Considered under suspension of the rules.

4:31:02 P.M.

Mr. Mica moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4097 — "To amend the John F. Kennedy Center Act to authorize appropriations for the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and for other purposes."